Grilled Courgette & Halloumi Salad Recipe
A fresh and flavorful Grilled Courgette & Halloumi Salad, featuring smoky grilled courgettes and halloumi cheese, accented with tangy capers and bright lemon dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish that combines Mediterranean flavors with simple grilling techniques.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium courgettes (zucchini), sliced lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick strips
- 200g halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2 inch thick pieces
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
Dressing
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and slice the courgettes lengthwise into thin strips and slice the halloumi cheese into approximately half-inch thick pieces to ensure even grilling.
- Grill courgette and halloumi: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the courgette slices and halloumi with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the courgette strips and halloumi slices onto the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until grill marks appear and the halloumi is golden and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk well until the dressing is emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: Arrange the grilled courgette and halloumi on a serving plate. Sprinkle the capers evenly over the top.
- Drizzle with dressing: Pour the lemon dressing over the salad just before serving to keep the ingredients fresh and vibrant. Toss lightly if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add fresh herbs like mint or parsley.
- If you prefer, serve the salad with crusty bread for a more substantial meal.
- Halloumi grills best when not overcrowded on the pan, so cook in batches if needed.
- This salad is best served immediately to enjoy warm grilled cheese and fresh vegetables.
Keywords: Grilled courgette salad, halloumi salad, Mediterranean salad, grilled vegetables, easy summer salad
